Are You Ready? New Scholar Experience
Your orientation to Penn State and Schreyer Honors College begins now!
While Penn State is a large, multi-faceted institution, as a new Schreyer Scholar, you will quickly learn how easy it is to find community and belonging in Schreyer. Whether you are entering the College as a first-, second-, or third-year student at University Park or one of our campuses, we have designed a welcoming orientation program with you in mind.
Select Your New Scholar Experience
First-Year University Park Scholars
New Student Orientation (NSO)
Your orientation to Penn State begins during New Student Orientation (NSO). You will receive details about NSO directly from the Student Orientation and Transition Programs office.
Move In Information
As a Scholar, you will move onto campus early, August 20, which allows you to beat the crowds and attend our two-day orientation activities. For move in and arrival information, visit Penn State's Arrival website.
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME), is your required two-day introduction to the College. SHO TIME is where Scholars make connections and find their communities. You'll meet other first-year Scholars as well as more than 50 Peer Educators who were where you are today not long ago.
SHO TIME prepares you for success on your Schreyer journey and jumpstarts your semester. Peer Educators introduce the College's mission and values, community, student life, resources, and more through two days of entertaining and interactive experiences.
Schedule (August 20-21, 2026)
Schedule Coming Soon
The SHO TIME schedule will be released later in the spring. Please check back!
If you have questions or an orientation conflict (i.e. Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Penn State Arrival InformationFoundations of Scholar Success (LA 197)
Foundations of Scholar Success is the continuation of your orientation journey. This semester-long one-credit course helps you build key skills needed for success while fostering connections with peers and Scholar mentors. First-year Scholars are highly recommended to register for this course during their first fall semester in Schreyer Honors College.
Foundations of Scholar Success is different from a first-year seminar course offered through your academic college. This experience is about finding and strengthening your community and support systems within Schreyer. It will also help you understand how to bring and apply the Schreyer mission and values to your honors college journey.
Areas of focus include:
- Aligning your personal goals with external pressures and expectations
- Time management tools and techniques to manage your involvement
- Study tools and academic success strategies, including using AI
- Schreyer and Penn State resources for health and wellness, career explorationg, service opportunties and more
- Tackling tough topics and conflict resolution
- Connecting with professors
- Navigating funding, grants, and personal budgeting
- Insider tips to navigate Schreyer and Penn State
In this course, taught by credentialed Peer Educators, Scholars can expect a variety of activities, including engaging discussions, reflections, and group outings. The class meets weekly for one hour throughout the fall. It is focused on discussion during class, rather than homework, and is graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.
How to Schedule
Log into LionPath to add an available section of LA 197 to your schedule during New Student Orientation (NSO) or after.
Scholar Involvement Fair & Early Fall Activities
Welcome Week is a time for exploring Penn State, learning about involvement opportunities, and enjoying exciting campus events.
During this week, we invite you to check out the All-Scholar Involvement Fair to learn about student organizations in Schreyer. You are also encouraged to attend our Neighborhood Bash in the early fall. Get to know your fellow Scholars while enjoying live music, food, and games. Watch for details on the time and location for both events on our event calendar.
Peer Educators
Peer Educators serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to engage with and support you throughout your orientation experience. If you have questions, you are welcome to reach out to them at the email address listed.
Director
Carter Henninger (he/him/his) Mech Engr - Univ Park (BS) Macungie, PA cjh6830@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- COMM 150Q - The Art of the Cinema
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- THON, Snowboard Club, Public Speaking Center
- Ask Me About
- Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS, Undecided), anything about engineering school, how to get involved on campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Always make sure to make time for yourself, and always keep an open mind for any new opportunities or experiences!
Tanvi Joshi (she/her/hers) Economics (BA) Telecommunications (BA) West Grove, PA tsj5216@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- COMM 150Q - The Art of the Cinema
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Student Programming Association, Schreyer for Women, 46Live
- Ask Me About
- Free concerts and events on campus, best spots to eat downtown, anything about movies
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- So excited to meet everyone! Can't wait for SHO TIME!
Peer Leader
Cate Didenko (she/her/hers) Biobehavioral Health (BS) Perkasie, PA cmd7071@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- IT 2 - Elementary Italian 2
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Schreyer for Women, Research Assistant, Genetic Counseling Club
- Ask Me About
- Travel/Study abroad, all things Schreyer, Biobehavioral Health (BBH)
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Schreyer has so many opportunities! Take advantage of all the resources!
Ann Ehrlich (she/her/hers) Spatial Data Science (MS) Geography (BS) Reston, VA ale5425@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- KINES 29B - Total Golf
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Penn State Softball, Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Research Assistant in the Vegetation Dynamics Lab, Ski Club
- Ask Me About
- Undergraduate research opportunities, Schreyer funding, extracurricular involvement
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Challenge yourself to get involved with extracurriculars first semester — it will pay off!
Jackie Lewis (she/her/hers) Architectural Engr (MS) Architectural Engr (BAE) Leesburg, VA jpl6585@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Arts of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- National Association of Home Builders Club/Chapter, Women in Engineering Facilitated Study Group Facilitator, LA for AE 221/222
- Ask Me About
- My dog, my time in Germany, Legos
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Enjoy all of the opportunities and experiences Penn State has to offer! Be open to new experiences and friendships.
Don Miller (he/him/his) Sply Chain/Info Syst (BS) Accounting (BS) Lansdale, PA dbm6123@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ECON 102 - Introductory Microeconomics Analysis and Policy
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Sapphire, Consultant Training Program, Hillel, Chabbad, Nittany Entrepreneurship Society
- Ask Me About
- Nintendo, consulting, time management
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- You don't need to have it all figured out when you get here, that's what we're going to help you with!
Sophia Mrazik (she/her/hers) Psychology (BS) Criminology (BS) Whitehall, PA sgm5529@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- CED 102N/Q - Wicked Problems Like Inequality, Sustainability and Climate Change - What's the Right Thing to Do?
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Schreyer for Women, Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council, Remote Area Medical, Navigators, Project: PAWS
- Ask Me About
- Study abroad, Schreyer for Women, double majoring
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- There are so many opportunities here, so get involved early to make the most of it!
Leona Pierce (she/her/hers) Data Sciences (BS) Mathematics (BS) Statistics (BS) Sammamish, WA ijp5139@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PHIL 297 - Philosophy of Neo Liberalism
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Student Research with the FAIR Lab, Penn State Rocket Club
- Ask Me About
- Music, travel, my research
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Starting college can often be intimidating and nerve wracking, but you'll quickly find your place and it will start to feel like home.
Douglas Sanders (he/him/his) International Poltcs (BA) Haymarket, VA dcs5821@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- SOC 1 - Introductory Sociology
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Paterno Fellows, Alpha Chi Rho Fraternity, Penn State International Affairs. Debate Association
- Ask Me About
- The best dining hall to eat at, the Student Involvement Fair, if Atherton or Simmons is the better dorm
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Be confident in yourself and in your abilities even when things seem tough.
Hunter Smith (he/him/his) Chemistry (BS) Mechanicsburg, PA hbs5497@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Anthropology of Alcohol
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Predental Association
- Ask Me About
- Transitioning to a new campus, how to approach courses you struggle in, anything chemistry related
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Things will be tough, but don’t give up. The dedicated are the most successful!
Helena Trauger (she/her/hers) A&A-Premjr Music Maj (PMAJ) York, PA hmt5410@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PHIL 12 - Symbolic Logic
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Philharmonic Orchestra, University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA) First Year Council, Schreyer for Women
- Ask Me About
- My favorite instrument, what minor I unexpectedly added, my favorite sporting event
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Be patient with yourself! Everybody adjusts to college differently, and it may seem difficult at first, but remember to be kind to yourself and understand that sometimes good things take time.
Alex Woolsey (he/him/his) Engr Premajor (PMAJ) Moon Township, PA ajw7164@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- CHEM 110 - Chemical Principles I
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Mock Trial
- Ask Me About
- Engineering, mock trial, music
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Be open to new challenges and don't be discouraged!
Peer Educator
Mikayla Allen (she/her/hers) Liberal Arts (PMAJ) Augusta, GA mja6889@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ASTRO 19N - Being in the Universe
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Liberal Arts Ambassadors, Students United Against Poverty, Schreyer for Women, Lion's Pantry, and Multicultural Undergraduate Law Association
- Ask Me About
- Philosophy courses, balancing classes while having a job, and all things hockey!
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Your first year does not define the next three. Be patient with yourself as you learn and grow in this new environment!
Yutong Bai (she/her/hers) Economics (BS) Psychology (BS) Beijing, China yfb5108@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- THEA 102 - Fundamentals of Acting
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Research assistant, Career in Academic Research in Economics (CARE)
- Ask Me About
- Course scheduling, research assistant, international students
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Never be afraid of trying new things, enjoy the process, and you’ll find unexpected surprises!
Lily Chacko (she/her/hers) Liberal Arts (PMAJ) Warminster, PA lac6595@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- MUSIC 109 - The Music of the Beatles
- Ask Me About
- Any kind of music (except country), Star Wars, GLOBE Living Learning Community
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don't be afraid to reach out with any questions! Everyone is here to help you
Yvan Chen (he/him/his) Science (PMAJ) Holidaysburg, PA yzc5618@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- CHEM 112H - Chemical Principles II
- Ask Me About
- Sports, Vacation, College Life
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Welcome, Schreyer Scholars! This is a community that truly shows up for one another—don’t hesitate to reach out and get involved.
Mariana Colon-Martinez (she/her/hers) Engr Premajor (PMAJ) Caguas, Puerto Rico mxc6510@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PHYS 250 - Introductory Physics I
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- MEP - Multicultural Engineering Program, SHPE - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, United States Air Force ROTC Det. 720, Schreyer for Women
- Ask Me About
- Being born and raised Hispanic, getting through college as an international student, Star Wars
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Class of 2030, welcome to the Schreyer Honors College. I am Mariana Colon-Martinez, and I have the wonderful opportunity to be one of your Peer Educators this year. I’m incredibly excited to meet you all and be part of your Penn State experience. I have a very important yet special message for you all. Do not EVER be afraid to ask for help or assistance. As first-year students, you will struggle with a lot of things: adaptation, homesickness, making friends, new classes… It’s very important that you do not stay silent. Schreyer has endless resources and people who are willing to help you out whenever you need it the most. No matter how big or small your issue is, we will 100% be there for you. See you all in SHO TIME!
Grace Davis (she/her/hers) Astro & Astrophysics (BS) International Poltcs (BA) Kailua, HI gmd5786@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PHYS 211 - General Physics - Mechanics
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Society of Physics Students, Astronomy Club, wRECking Crew, Schreyer Student Council, Schreyer for Women
- Ask Me About
- My dogs, my stickers, what I'm currently listening to
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and embarass yourself, you only get somewhere by trying!
Will Draper (he/him/his) Biology (BS) Springfield, PA wrd5107@psu.edu
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Fundraising Chair of College Democrats, Researcher at Rolls Lab
- Ask Me About
- How to get involved in research, how to meet new people/friends, how to find low time commitment hobbies
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Try new things you want to try. Don't get caught up chasing the "college experience" unless that's what you want to do!
Robert Eberly (he/him/his) Science (PMAJ) Harrisburg, PA rqe5176@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- MUSIC 7 - Evolution of Jazz
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Schreyer Student Council, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, Astro Club, Poker Club
- Ask Me About
- Math, Physics, and Style/Clothing
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Talk to everyone in all of your classes first couple of days. It's best way to make new friends and study groups!
Charlotte Geary (she/her/hers) Agriculture (PMAJ) Basking Ridge, NJ ceg5905@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- BIOL 110H - Basic Concepts and Biodiversity
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Pre-Vet Club, Block & Bridle, One Health Club, URIP Program, CHAPS
- Ask Me About
- Reading, Star Wars, Animals
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don't be afraid to try things that might be out of your comfort zone!
Ava Greiner (she/her/hers) Liberal Arts (PMAJ) Rutherford, NJ alg6542@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- GEOG 2N - Apocalyptic Geographies
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- THON - Dancer Relations Committee, Schreyer for Women, Empowering Women in Law, Women in Economics Society, Sigma Kappa Sorority
- Ask Me About
- THON, the best downtown food spots, and the best places to study on campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and try new things! Schreyer is home to some of the best organizations I’ve ever been a part of, and I’ve met the most amazing people through them. The Scholar experience is truly what you make of it, so give it your all and you’ll get so much in return!
Iyana Hardy (she/her/hers) Envirn Resource Mgmt (BS) Chester, PA imh5272@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- HDFS 108N - Art & Science of Human Flourishing
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- MANRRS, Girl Gains
- Ask Me About
- Composting, crocheting, language learning
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Try everything!
Peyton Hawkins (she/her/hers) Science (PMAJ) Cranberry, PA pjh5824@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- MATH 140 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Black Caucus and African Student Association
- Ask Me About
- Anything calculus related, how to transition to campus when you come from far away, basketball, and book recommendations
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Get involved on campus early! You are quickly going to get overwhelmed so make sure you join clubs and orgs so you have something to look forward to each week.
Mackenzie Irvin (she/her/hers) Science (PMAJ) Arlington, VA mji5238@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- SOC 120N - Knowing Right From Wrong
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Rêve Dance Company, Schreyer for Women, CHAARG
- Ask Me About
- Musicals, D.C., and psychology (development+learning)
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Appreciate every moment in Schreyer because you never know the friend or connections you will meet!
Anwita Janga (she/her/hers) Div of Ug Studies (PMAJ) Yardley, PA arj5571@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ENGL 137H - Rhetoric and Civic Life I
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Nittany Lion Consulting Group, Schreyer Consulting Group, Days for Girls
- Ask Me About
- Clubs, classes, downtown food recs
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Be open to trying new things and getting involved around campus!
Ellen Jun (she/her/hers) Science (PMAJ) State College, PA ehj5059@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- NUTR 251 - Introductory Principles of Nutrition
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Schreyer Student Council, Culinary Medicine Club, Food Recovery Network, Penn State Club Figure Skating
- Ask Me About
- Schreyer Student Council, good study spots, figure skating
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- It's ok to join a bunch of Group Mes to check out various student groups. Then you can decide which ones you want to get more involved in.
Eric Jurgill (he/him/his) Engr Premajor (PMAJ) Columbia, PA eej5166@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- EARTH 104N - Climate, Energy, and Our Future
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- ASME, NMS, FOTO
- Ask Me About
- My brothers, Penn State athletics, soccer
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Take advantage of all of the opportunities Schreyer has to offer, even if they seem daunting at first. Just be willing to try any of the experiences they offer
Dev Karthikeyan Bharani (he/him/his) Chemical Engineering (BS) Harleysville, PA dkk5611@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ASTRO 7N - The Artistic Universe
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Nittany Motorsports, American Institute of Chemical Engineers Chem-E-Car Competition, Nittany Grotto Caving Club
- Ask Me About
- Cars, football, Penn state food
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Get involved on campus and make lots of new friends.
Danielle Lee (she/her/hers) Business Admin (PMAJ) Shippensburg, PA del5484@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ASTRO 1 - Astronomical Universe
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- I am an active member of the Accounting Society, Women in Business, and VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance). I am also involved in AACF (Asian American Christian Fellowship) and the fashion/art club.
- Ask Me About
- Accounting, Gen ed suggestions, Best food places
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Hello! I hope you’re all having a wonderful year. I’m so excited to meet you and guide you during orientation. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about school, classes, extracurriculars, and more. I’d love to help :)
Olivia Mrazik (she/her/hers) Psychology (BS) Whitehall, PA orm5172@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ARTH 307N - American Art and Society
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Schreyer for Women, PSU Navigators, Remote Area Medical Club, Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council
- Ask Me About
- Academic planning for Psychology (BS) students, wellness opportunities at Penn State, how to succeed academically in your first year
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and get involved early. Schreyer has so many amazing resources and connections waiting to be utilized, so reach out and take chances to use those resources.
Vikas Nanduri (he/him/his) International Poltcs (BA) Herndon, VA vfn5093@psu.edu
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Research and boxing club
- Ask Me About
- The New York Giants, Better Call Saul, or Penn State football
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Enjoy the process and get to know your fellow Schreyer students.
Emilia Palmer (she/her/hers) Comp Sci - Univ Park (BS) Garnet Valley, PA eap5759@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PSYCH 100 - Introductory Psychology
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA), Presidential Leadership Academy, Penn State Filipino Association
- Ask Me About
- My favorite songs/artists, baking, best coffee spots around campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Don't be scared to reach out and try different opportunities!
Isabella Pike (she/her/hers) Science (PMAJ) North East, PA ilp5076@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- BIOL 110H - Basic Concepts and Biodiversity
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Vole Dance Company, Schreyer for Women, Schreyer Student Council, Culinary Medicine Club, THON Committee
- Ask Me About
- Meeting new friends, how to stay active, where to find good boba
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- If you ever question whether you belong, you do. You’re joining a welcoming community full of support and guidance, and your time here is about to change your life for the better.
Nathan Singhvi (he/him/his) Civil Engineering (BS) Vienna, VA nks5767@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- GEOSCI 1 - Physical Geology
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Sustainable Solutions Club, ASCE, Chess Club
- Ask Me About
- Sports (specifically basketball), Engineering at Penn State (specifically Civil Engineering)
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Involve yourself in as many clubs and with as many people as possible. Do anything and everything you possibly can in your first couple semesters before picking out what specific things make you the most happy.
Kaelyn Stek (she/her/hers) Agriculture (PMAJ) Pottstown, PA kvs6588@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- CAS 137H - Rhetoric and Civic Life
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Snowboard Club, Eco Action, Schreyer StuCo, Schreyer Sustainability
- Ask Me About
- The water brigade to Panama, My clubs I'm involved in at PSU, My summer activities/jobs
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Be willing to try out different clubs and opportunities.
James Stewart (he/him/his) Business Admin (PMAJ) Succasunna, NJ jws7165@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- SOC 120N - Knowing Right From Wrong
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- PSIA, Markets, THON
- Ask Me About
- Finance, Hockey, THON
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Go to the career fair, get involved, and stay involved even as the semester becomes more challenging
Brooklyn Swen (she/her/hers) Biology (BS) Stroudsburg, PA bas6815@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- PSYCH 100 - Introductory Psychology
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Minority Association of Pre-Medical/Pre-Health (MAPS), Promoting Understanding and Leadership in Public Health (PULSE), Stem Professionals Advocating for Research of Childhood Cancer (SPARCC)
- Ask Me About
- How to get involved in on-campus research and tips for the REU/Research-Based Internship application process, how to branch out into different communities while staying equally involved in each, yummy, cost-effective food off campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Give yourself some grace — everyone’s journey looks different, and that’s okay. You’re exactly where you need to be!
Sarah Taylor (she/her/hers) Telecommunications (BA) Newtown, PA smt6314@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- CSD 218 - American Sign Language I
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- CommRadio, CommAgency, 46LIVE, Assistive Technology Club, Creative Writing Club
- Ask Me About
- Study abroad, clubs, tennis
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Just get involved and don't be afraid to try new things!
Ruhaan Vaidya (he/him/his) Business Admin (PMAJ) Jamison, PA rav5360@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- HIST 155 - American Business History
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Smeal Student Council, Penn State Investment Association, Nittany Markets Analysis Association
- Ask Me About
- Scheduling, finance and economics, and tennis
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Get involved early with a few things! It's easy to forget as the semester gets tougher, but it's important to keep up with the things you like.
Sawyer Wright (she/her/hers) Humn-Cntrd Dsign & Devel (BS) Baden, PA saw6410@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ENGL 142N - Science in Literature
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- User Experience Professionals Association (UXPA), Women in IST, Club Cross Country, Club Sailing
- Ask Me About
- Club sports (especially cross country and sailing), combining art and technology, and double majoring across colleges
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Try many new things and see what sticks! You can't continue everything, but you can always learn about new opportunities.
Allison Yeich (she/her/hers) Health Policy/Admin (BS) York, PA ahy5082@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- SOC 1 - Introductory Sociology
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- GLOBE Living Learning Community, Schreyer Student Council -- Service Committee, Women in Economics Society, Health Policy and Administration Club, Penn State Figure Skating Club
- Ask Me About
- Travel, Figure Skating, Getting involved on campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Congratulations and welcome to Schreyer! Both Schreyer and Penn State have so many wonderful opportunities to offer. Don't be afraid to say "yes" to the opportunities that interest you because you never know what you might learn from them.
Tiffany Zheng (she/her/hers) Bsns Anlytcs & Inf Systm (BS) Philadelphia, PA tqz5190@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- THEA 111 - The Fundamentals of Singing and Vocal Production
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Penn State Global - Peer Action Global Learning Network Leader, Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge, Asian Student Association - Secretary, Abington Business Leadership - Outreach Officer, Finance & Investment Association - Event Coordinator, Student Government Association - Senator of Committees:
- Ask Me About
- Student Leadership and Campus Involvements, Mahjong, Iceland
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Welcome to the Schreyer community! Explore your passions, get involved, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Your first year is full of opportunities. I’m happy to help, so feel free to reach out anytime!
First-Year Commonwealth Campus Scholars
New Student Orientation (NSO)
Your orientation to Penn State begins during New Student Orientation (NSO). Your Campus will provide more information on NSO dates and requirements. Visit Penn State New Student Orientation (NSO) for details.
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME), is your required introduction to the College. You'll meet other first-year Scholars as well as Peer Educators who were where you are today not long ago.
SHO TIME prepares you for success on your Schreyer journey and jumpstarts your semester. Peer Educators introduce the College's mission and values, community, student life, resources, and more through a virtual program.
Schedule
Schedule and Date Coming Soon
The SHO TIME schedule and date will be released later in the spring. Please check back!
If you have questions or an orientation conflict, please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Penn State Arrival InformationPeer Educators
Peer Educators serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to engage with and support you throughout your orientation experience. If you have questions, you are welcome to reach out to them at the email address listed.
Peer Leader
Jackie Lewis (she/her/hers) Architectural Engr (MS) Architectural Engr (BAE) Leesburg, VA jpl6585@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Arts of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- National Association of Home Builders Club/Chapter, Women in Engineering Facilitated Study Group Facilitator, LA for AE 221/222
- Ask Me About
- My dog, my time in Germany, Legos
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Enjoy all of the opportunities and experiences Penn State has to offer! Be open to new experiences and friendships.
Hunter Smith (he/him/his) Chemistry (BS) Mechanicsburg, PA hbs5497@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Anthropology of Alcohol
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Predental Association
- Ask Me About
- Transitioning to a new campus, how to approach courses you struggle in, anything chemistry related
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Things will be tough, but don’t give up. The dedicated are the most successful!
Current University Park Students
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is your introduction to the College. SHO TIME is where Scholars make connections and find their communities. It also prepares you for success in the College and helps you learn about the benefits and resources you will have access to.
Peer Educators introduce the College's mission and values, community, student life, resources, and more. You'll also get to meet Schreyer staff and get to know some of the people that are here to support you.
Schedule (August 30, 2026)
Schedule Coming Soon
The SHO TIME schedule will be released later in the spring. Please check back!
If you have questions or an orientation conflict, please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Scholar Involvement Fair & Early Fall Activities
In the early fall, Schreyer holds several events to help you get to know the College. We invite you to check out the All-Scholar Involvement Fair to learn about student organizations in Schreyer. You are also encouraged to attend our Neighborhood Bash in the early fall. Get to know your fellow Scholars while enjoying live music, food, and games. Watch for details on the time and location for both events on our event calendar.
Peer Educators
Peer Educators serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to engage with and support you throughout your orientation experience. If you have questions, you are welcome to reach out to them at the email address listed.
Director
Carter Henninger (he/him/his) Mech Engr - Univ Park (BS) Macungie, PA cjh6830@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- COMM 150Q - The Art of the Cinema
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- THON, Snowboard Club, Public Speaking Center
- Ask Me About
- Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS, Undecided), anything about engineering school, how to get involved on campus
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Always make sure to make time for yourself, and always keep an open mind for any new opportunities or experiences!
Tanvi Joshi (she/her/hers) Economics (BA) Telecommunications (BA) West Grove, PA tsj5216@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- COMM 150Q - The Art of the Cinema
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Student Programming Association, Schreyer for Women, 46Live
- Ask Me About
- Free concerts and events on campus, best spots to eat downtown, anything about movies
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- So excited to meet everyone! Can't wait for SHO TIME!
Current Commonwealth Campus Students
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is your introduction to the College. It prepares you for success in the College and helps you learn about the benefits and resources you will have access to.
Peer Educators introduce the College's mission and values, community, student life, resources, and more through a virtual program. You'll also get to meet Schreyer staff and get to know some of the people that are here to support you.
Schedule
Schedule and Date Coming Soon
The SHO TIME schedule and date will be released later in the spring. Please check back!
If you have questions or an orientation conflict, please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Peer Educators
Peer Educators serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to engage with and support you throughout your orientation experience. If you have questions, you are welcome to reach out to them at the email address listed.
Peer Leader
Jackie Lewis (she/her/hers) Architectural Engr (MS) Architectural Engr (BAE) Leesburg, VA jpl6585@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Arts of the Mayas, Aztecs, and Incas
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- National Association of Home Builders Club/Chapter, Women in Engineering Facilitated Study Group Facilitator, LA for AE 221/222
- Ask Me About
- My dog, my time in Germany, Legos
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Enjoy all of the opportunities and experiences Penn State has to offer! Be open to new experiences and friendships.
Hunter Smith (he/him/his) Chemistry (BS) Mechanicsburg, PA hbs5497@psu.edu
- Favorite Course
- ANTH 140 - Anthropology of Alcohol
- Things I'm Involved with on Campus
- Predental Association
- Ask Me About
- Transitioning to a new campus, how to approach courses you struggle in, anything chemistry related
- Message/Advice for New Scholars
- Things will be tough, but don’t give up. The dedicated are the most successful!